The Bill Arnold Show

When everything is going right in life, people tend to focus on themselves and not God. How can we help them see their need for a Savior? Gregory Koukl, president of Stand to Reason and author of books such as "Street Smarts" and "Tactics", joins Bill to share the right time to have these conversations, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In 1 and 2 Peter we see themes of suffering, hope in Christ's return, the role of Scripture, encouragement towards continued growth, God's justice, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who continues this study by taking a look this time at 1 Peter 1:21-25. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

The last twelve books in the Old Testament are known as the Minor Prophets. While they can sometimes be confusing and easy to skip over, it's critical we spend time studying them. Dr. Doug Huffman, Dean for the School of Theology & Ministry at the University of Northwestern St. Paul shares what we can all learn from these books. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 9, 2026

How can we return to the living heart of what it means to be a Christian? The answer, can be found in the Nicene Creed. Pastor and author Glenn Packiam shares from his book "What's a Christian, Anyway?: Finding Our Way in an Age of Confusion and Corruption". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

All of us have the opportunity to be self-aware, take ownership of our lives, act on what we've learned, and live in a resilient matter. Pastor David Myles joins Bill and Wyatt to share how to not just survive, but thrive with the life God has given us. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

God will always help us navigate life changes and transitions. Dr. Andy Schuttinga is back to share his personal experience with this, remind us to go where God is calling us, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here *This conversation originally took place on November 4, 2025

There is a lot of talk right now about conversion therapy, and the bans that are taking place across the world. What stance should we have as Christians? And what are the cultural ramifications of this issue? Counselor and author Joe Dallas is back to share his thoughts, what the Bible says, and much more. For Joe's video series: Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on November 12, 2025

Bill is joined by friend Patrick Albanese to discuss Psalms 13, and the concept of waiting patiently. Bill and Wyatt then discuss some of their favorite conversations from the past week and the lessons they learned, featuring Dr. Doug Huffman, former detective J. Warner Wallace, author Mark Vroegop, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They share some insight on a couple of slight differences in Exodus 33, examine Colossians 3:3, discuss if the righteous still sin, and much more. For the new Guy Talk podcast feed: click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by discussing the Tower of Babel in Genesis 11, share if there is a second chance or not to accept Jesus after we die, study John 6:44, and much more. For the new Guy Talk podcast feed: click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Most of the world gets up in the morning and goes to bed at night without a single thought that Jesus may return at any moment. But he is coming back. Dr. Don Bierle joins the show to share why Jesus must return, what we need to know about the apostles teaching on this, why this future event is dismissed by our world culture, and much more. For a compilation of Don Bierle's teachings go to Faithsearchlearning.org Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

The Nancy Guthrie case is dominating the news right now. How should we as Christians feel about the current situation? Author and apologist J. Warner Wallace joins Bill to discuss this, and honoring the 9th commandment in a world full of lies. He also gives us tips on how we can grow in discernment, and much more. For Jim's latest book "Case Files Vol. I: Murder and Meaning". CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

What if we could earn our money with purpose, and have a Biblical mindset with our finances. Author John Coleman joins the show to share from his upcoming book "Good Money: Six Steps to Building a Financial Life with Purpose". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

How do we restore the lost art of lament and wrestle with grief and suffering well? Author Mark Vroegop joins Bill to discuss how we can turn our complaints to trust, sharing from his book "Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

If you read Genesis 12-50, we see the amazing stories of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. Professor Anna Rask Emison joins to share the significance of these characters, discuss how their lives are connected, explain that there is plenty to learn from these men even though we may not want to emulate them at all times, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

The last twelve books in the Old Testament are known as the Minor Prophets. While they can sometimes be confusing and easy to skip over, it's critical we spend time studying them. Dr. Doug Huffman, Dean for the School of Theology & Ministry at the University of Northwestern St. Paul shares what we can all learn from these books. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Is there a secret recipe for having meaningful conversation with others about our faith in Jesus? Gregory Koukl, president of Stand to Reason and author of books such as "Street Smarts" and "Tactics", joins Bill to discuss this and lots more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on October 27, 2025

Is the only option after an affair to divorce and go our seperate ways? How can we keep God at the center of our marriage and find true healing? Pastor James Runcorn joins the show to share how his marriage went from complete brokenness to full restoration, detailing the events in his latest book "The Blog of a Forgiven Cheater: A Journey From Brokenness to Restoration". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on January 28, 2026

Most Christians don't know how to talk about Jesus. But if we step out in faith and listen to what God is telling us to do, incredible things happen. Author and former Minnesota Twins Chaplain David McIver joins the show to talk about his new book "Looking for the One". Pastor Brent Kuhlman then shares from Matthew 17:1-9 on The Transfiguration of Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

All across the world, children are living in extreme poverty and in need of help. In the Sintaro Village in Ethiopia, it is no different. Bill is joined by his producer Wyatt Morrell, Ryan Mitchell, and Amanda Nydam of Faith Radio to hear about their OneChild trips to meet these children, talk about how we can all have a lasting impact on a child's life, and much more. Become a CHILD CHAMPION and sponsor a child now! Click Here

Bill sits down with Pastor Gary Taggart of Community Presbyterian Church of Danville, CA to talk about the Hope Center in Sintaro Village, Ethiopia, the work OneChild is doing there, and much more. Become a CHILD CHAMPION and sponsor a child now! Click Here

In the Horn of Africa, in the country of Ethiopia, there are children in need. We can help. Scott Todd, President of OneChild joins the show to share his firsthand account of the Sintaro Village in Ethiopia, explain how the process of sponsoring a child is easier than ever before, and much more. Become a CHILD CHAMPION and sponsor a child now! Click Here

Sponsoring a child changes their life, and gives them an opportunity to experience the love of Jesus. Program Director of WCIC Rick Smith talks about the amazing work OneChild is doing, explains his heart for helping kids around the world, and shares how his life was greatly impacted by meeting the child he sponsors on a recent trip to Kenya. Become a CHILD CHAMPION and sponsor a child now! Click Here

In 1 and 2 Peter we see themes of suffering, hope in Christ's return, the role of Scripture, encouragement towards continued growth, God's justice, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who continues this study by taking a look at 1 Peter 1:17-20. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Discovering our love language is only the beginning. If we don't go deeper then this, our love towards one another may get lost in translation. Dr. Gary Chapman joins Bill to share from his latest book "The Love Language That Matters Most: How to Personalize Love So They Really Feel It". For more information on National Marriage Week: click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

It seems like there are more things to worry about than ever before. But is there an appropriate response to the worry we have? Pastor Brent McDougal shares his conclusion from Matthew 6:25-34. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Can doubt be healthy? Are there different kinds of doubt when it comes to our faith? Pastor Dave Ryerson joins Bill to study the Scriptures, explain the benefits of seeing the other side of the equation, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

There are many people who think the Bible condones slavery. If this is true, can we trust a God who would allow something as inhumane as this? Pastor Kyle Davison Bair joins the show to share how the Bible actually abolishes slavery right from the start. For more information on Kyle's upcoming book "The Exodus Liberation": CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on January 20, 2026

There is so much joy that comes from living the Christian life. But it takes intentionality and commitment to make our faith and realtionships all that they can be. Dr. Glenn Pickering sits down with us to share how we can work at this each day. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on January 21, 2026

Now more then ever, it's important to live out an authentic Christian faith. Bill welcomes back his former producer Rebekah Haynie to talk about her new weekend show on Faith Radio "Faith Works Weekend". Bill, Wyatt and Ryan Mitchell of Faith Radio then preview Faith Radio's upcoming OneChild campaign next week. To sponsor a child in need: click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Pastor Aaron Braaten join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They explain how many will be lead astray in the end times, spend some time in Romans 13, 1 Corinthians 7:14, discuss a couple or marital questions, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Pastor Aaron Braaten join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss how we live as Christians in dire times, study Mark 4:21-23, Matthew 16:28, Isaiah 45:7, share if God is responsible for the evil in our world, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Is the only option after an affair to divorce and go our seperate ways? How can we keep God at the center of our marriage and find true healing? Pastor James Runcorn joins the show to share how his marriage went from complete brokenness to full restoration, detailing the events in his latest book "The Blog of a Forgiven Cheater: A Journey From Brokenness to Restoration". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Oddly enough, there is a growing trend of more boys than girls wanting to get married. Why is this? Dr. Alex McFarland joins Bill to share his thoughts. Later, friend Patrick Albanese and Bill read Psalms 53, and discuss the foolishness we have as humans. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our segment of "Counselors Corner" is back as Bible believing Counselors discuss personal, social, and psychlogical issues that many of us face. In front of a live studio audience from the University of Northwestern St. Paul, Dr. Todd Mulliken, Dr. Marcus Bachmann, and Dr. Jenita Pace discuss mental health, navigating life's ups and downs, working on relationships, and more. For the video recording of the conversation: CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

After a small hiatus, our series of "New friends, same 7 questions" is back. In this series, Bill is on a quest to find out if we all have the same answers to what salvation means. Today he welcomes Scientist and apologist Brian DeVries of Search Ministries as he shares his view on salvation by answering the seven questions. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on January 12, 2026

How do we look at the current events of our world with a Biblical perspective? Author and apologist J. Warner Wallace uses his expertise in law enforcement to discuss the recent events in Minneapolis, and explain how we view them through a Christian lens rather than a political one. For Jim's latest book "Case Files Vol. I: Murder and Meaning". CLICK HERE To learn more about the BGEA Marriage Resiliency Retreat: ClICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on January 14, 2026

Our hour of "at least two Jews and a Gentile" is back, where one Gentile and at least two Messianic Jews give their perspective about Jewish traditions and faith. Bill is joined by Trevor Rubenstein, Pastor Aaron Braaten, and Thom Berkowitz, who discuss what Jesus wants from us, that we are to share our love with others, and much more as they study John 15:1-17. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on January 16, 2026

There are many important theological questions that are worth discussing. Theologian Millard Erickson author of "Introducing Christian Doctrine" joins the show to answer questions such as what repentence is, what Biblical sorrow is, how we discern God's voice, the role of The Trinity, and dozens more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on January 12, 2026

The most precious words this world has ever heard, came from the voice of Jesus. Pastor Adam Ramsey joins the show to share from his book "Truly, Truly, I Say to You: Meditations on the Words of Jesus from the Gospel of John". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on January 14, 2026

It seems the world gets crazier every passing day, but perhaps we were put here for such a time as this. Pastor Jonathan Bourman joins Bill to share a message of hope from Esther 4:9-16. Later, Dr. Hugh Ross of Reasons to Believe shares how to answer scientific questions from a Biblical worldview. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by discussing the idea of predestination, if Joseph's actions towards his brothers in the book of Genesis were warranted, if God is the one that allows evil to come into the world, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They share that the Lord can use anything for his glory, that God's kingdom is both present and in the future, give details as to how the Millennial Reign will take place, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What do we learn about Jesus in the book of Mark? Who was Mark? How does Jesus teach in Mark? What emotions does Jesus display in Mark? Professor David T. Lamb joins the show for a comprehensive study on the book of Mark, answering all of these questions, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There is so much joy that comes from living the Christian life. But it takes intentionality and commitment to make our faith and realtionships all that they can be. Dr. Glenn Pickering sits down with us to share how we can work at this each day. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In 1 and 2 Peter we see themes of suffering, hope in Christ's return, the role of Scripture, encouragement towards continued growth, God's justice, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who continues this study by taking a look at 1 Peter 1:8-16. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

There are many people who think the Bible condones slavery. If this is true, can we trust a God who would allow something as inhumane as this? Pastor Kyle Davison Bair joins the show to share how the Bible actually abolishes slavery right from the start. For more information on Kyle's upcoming book "The Exodus Liberation": CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We are wired and built by God to be with people. That's why having a solid community of like-minded believers is so important. Pastor Dave Ryerson joins the show to discuss this and more as he shares from Acts 2:42-47. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on December 1, 2025

When it feels like life is collapsing around us it's important to exercise the power of letting go and trusting in God. Pastor David Myles joins Bill and Wyatt to see what Scripture says about this, talk about hope, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on November 17, 2025

Sometimes we can't become who God intended us to be until we get rid of something. Bill and Wyatt take some time to discuss this and more as we head into a new year. Later, we dive into stories from our world today that can only be described as Miracles, as author Mark Ellis walks us through his book "WHEN KINGDOM LIGHT SHINES". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on January 6, 2026